Actors stun in University Theatre’s ‘Fences’
In “Fences,” Wilson fits the whole country in a backyard and makes the bigness of his ideas seem life-size. This play is a vital encapsulation of Black history and contemporary life. This article urges readers to go support the University Theatre and to see not just an amazing performance, but a transcending story, an elaborate set and truly phenomenal actors, direction and stage hands.
Theater prof explores the Black experience in UW-Madison production of ‘Fences’
Appointed in 2022, Kelly has come home to the department where he earned his doctorate two decades ago. And his first directing project in this new post, which is also part of his ongoing research, is a production of August Wilson’s highly acclaimed play Fences, examining the Black experience in 1950s America. The play will run March 1-10, in the Mitchell Theatre on the UW campus.
Kelly Wins Award for teaching excellence
UW–Madison’s Baron Kelly has been selected to receive an Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Training from the University Resident Theatre Association (URTA).
Kelly, a Vilas Distinguished Achievement Professor in the School of Education’s Department of Theatre and Drama — who also holds a concurrent appointment ,with the Odyssey Project in the Division of Continuing Studies — is being recognized in the area of acting.
Back Stage to Center Stage: The Groundbreaking Ira Aldridge
Why have most of us never heard of Ira Aldridge (1807-1867) , America’s first internationally acclaimed African American actor? UW Theatre professor Baron Kelly links his own journey as a Black actor to that of the remarkable Ira Aldridge.
UW–Madison’s Kelly to be featured as a panelist in international webinar
UW–Madison’s Baron Kelly is a panelist in the international webinar, “The S Word: Stanislavsky and Gender,” co-hosted by the Stanislavsky Research Centre at the University of Leeds, and the School of Performing Arts, University of Malta.
Kelly is a professor in the Department of Theatre and Drama, and also holds a concurrent appointment with the Odyssey Project in the Division of Continuing Studies.
During the webinar, Kelly will discuss his journey and techniques in developing his one-man show on Ira Aldridge, one of the first African American actors to achieve success on the international stage.
Global Artist Baron Kelly
After surviving growing up in a tough neighborhood in New York, I discuss my career beginnings singing with the Metropolitan Opera to eventually becoming a four-time world traveled Fulbright Scholar bridging cultural divides as a cultural specialist for the United States.
UW–Madison’s Kelly named to College of Fellows of the American Theatre
UW–Madison’s Baron Kelly is joining the prestigious College of Fellows of the American Theatre in the honorary society’s next incoming class.
Membership in the College is conferred on individuals of acknowledged national stature who have distinguished themselves during their careers for notable dedication, exceptional service, and outstanding achievement
The Legacy of Black Actors in Classical Theatre
Dr. Baron Kelly, Professor of Theatre at the University of Wisconsin-Madison discusses the legacy of Black actors in "classical" theatre and how Black actors have challenged the classical canon.
Moderated by KCMPT Founder and Executive Director, Harvey Williams.